Brent Gardner Obituary

Brent, oh How we all wish you were here with us. To know how your life would have unfolded. I dream of that often... the memories we never got to share.... your wedding, your children, your accomplishments, your visits, holidays, smiles, jokes, laughter, all the amazing memories we never had are left only for us to imagine since you passed. But I take those imagined memories, and I KNOW; without a doubt, that you have been free from ALS, free from being restricted in your your free will, of movement, free from sadness. I also KNOW that we WILL see each other again. I believe that with all my heart. I know that you feel our sadness. I pray that our Lord will comfort your mom, dad, sister, Rich, and all of us who knew and loved you. Oh how we miss you, Dear Brent. My handsome, sweet, loving nephew. I remember every minute we shared. Until we meet again.......

Brent, we miss you dearly, so very much. You are always in our memories, our prayers and our hearts. My handsome nephew, we will meet again. Your entire family misses you, today & always.

Time goes by, but Brent is still in my heart and in my memories as bright as ever. That's who Brent is, the amazing guy who is unforgettable. We love & mississauga so much.

I remember Brent with such affection. He was a wonderful man. I remember when he was born the year I graduated high school and when he was a toddler taking him to the playground in Northport on the swing sets and what a happy baby he was. Karen and Dave are the best parents anyone could hope for and they took amazing care of him through his dreadful illness. He is missed daily. Forever.

We miss you so very much, Brent, everyday. We carry you with us in our hearts, and we speak of you often. You are now, and always will be, loved very, very much. Please watch over your mom & dad, Amy and her family. Until we meet again, my handsome nephew.

Karen and Dave,
I just found out tonight about Brent's passing. I am so sorry for your loss, i cant even begin to imagine your pain. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. As hard as it is and as much as you miss him, remeber, he is in a better place with no pain and no worries looking down and watching over you now. Please stay strong , keep his memories alive and he will forever be n your hearts...Big hugs to you both....

Dave, Karen and Amy, I was so sorry to hear about Brent. He was a funny guy. You will be in my prayers. Amy, I hope you and your family are doing well. I see you have added another girl. You treasure them.

Dave, Karen and Amy, you guys are in my thoughts. Brent was a great man and will be missed. Love you guys.
Debbie

I did not have the pleasure to meet u, but u have touched me and my family in so many ways, ur mom and dad and sis are amazing people and I am so glad that we have them in our lives now. Brent I wish I could have met u, but u r in a better place now and I will b fighting to find a cure for als in ur name. Rip u will always b remembered.

Karen, Dave, Amy - you are all in my thoughts. My heart breaks for you. May your family and friends give you strength as you adjust to the loss of Brent. The only positive thing that has come from my experience with ALS is that I have met people like you.

Love,
Lisa La Rue & family

I know there are no words to say to take away the pain and grief you are going through. Just know Brent was loved! Cherish the memories created over the years and hold them close to your heart. Take comfort in knowing you will see him again and he is always with you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

God saw you were getting tired,
And a cure was not to be,
So he put his arms around you
And whispered, "Come to me"
With tearful eyes we watched you,
And saw you pass away,
Although we loved you dearly,
We could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
Hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
He only takes the best.

Brent, your family became mine and you have forever made an imprint on my heart. I am heartbroken that you are no longer here, but thankful you are out of pain and watching over all of us. Everyone who knew you now has a special guardian angel... Thank you for being an amazing individual while you were here... Walk amongst the clouds and keep that warm smile upon your face. You are loved and missed. Until the day my friend, fly high with the angels. Love you.

When someone you love becomes a memory, his memory becomes a treasure. He will be loved and missed by all whose life he touched.

May God be with you and your family at this time! Know that he is in a better place. We love you guys.

Wish I could be back with you for the Memorial to celebrate Brent's life. You have prepared an extraordinary homage for an extraordinary guy, which touches on his impact on our lives and demonstrates our love for him. We are enriched by how he touched us all. He lived his life with gusto and his way. Sending you all, my love and for my gentle giant nephew, Brent.

Thank you for the memories we have shared together. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm sorry for your loss.

My Buddy You Will Be Greatly Missed! But You Left A Wonderful Mark In This Life. Sleep My Friend In The Presence Of God! Love Your The McChriston/Norfleet Family!

Dave, Karen, Amy, Rich, Layne, Avery and the rest of the family, Our sincerest and deepest sympathies are with you all in the loss of Brent. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. We love you,

Brent, I'll miss the "arguments" we used to have about our nieces and the teasing you gave me about being short. When my brother married your sister, I gained another brother and I am so glad for that. I wish we had gotten more time together but I'm grateful for the time we had. I promise to try to be the best auntie to the girls and the best sister to Amy and Rich that I can be. You were a special part of all of us and you are now and will be forever missed.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.. May God keep you in His care..

We're so very sorry for your loss. I hold dear memories of Brent, and always will.

I remember Brent as being so "old" and cool because he had his own apartment when we were in high school. Wow :)! He never treated us like the young moochers we were, always quiet and kind- even to his firey sarcastic little sis ;) ;)!!! So sorry for the Gardners hurt right now, my prayers go out to you all.

I have so many great memories of Brent! He was such a wonderful man. I can't imagine what your family must be going through. My thoughts are with you.

We all will miss Brent and I cannot imagine your loss, but know that you are in our hearts and our prayers. I'm glad I could call him my friend.

Brent, you are a hero to so many, and loved and missed so much! A blessing to all of us who knew you, we all love and cherish the time we had with you! Love Carmen

For the last 15 years the entire Gardner Family has been an essential part of our lives. You helped and watched our children grow and gave every bit of love and kindness to our families as you did your own. You all truly are looked upon as part of our extended family. Brent was always looked up to (more than literally ^_^) by the kids at the Depot and was and will be loved dearly by all those who had the honor to have their lives touched by him.

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I wish I could be there, may you find comfort and peace during this difficult time.

I am so sorry for your loss. Let precious memories of Brent comfort you during this difficult time.

Time is too slow for those who wait,
Too swift for those who fear,
Too long for those who grieve,
Too short for those who rejoice,
But for those who love, time is eternity.
Hours fly, flowers die,
New days, new ways pass by,
Love stays.

We all love Brent and nothing can diminish that. He touched so many of our lives and I am grateful for the time that we were able to call him our friend.

Dear Karen, Dave, Amy, Rich, Layne, Avery, Kristy, Barbara, Wendy, PJ, Bev, Al, Arjan, Marky, Iginia, Mark, Philip, Robbie, and Sarah, My Dearest Family, we have lost a son, brother, uncle, cousin, nephew, and dear friend. I wish there were words to say that would remove all the pain and sorrow, but there are none. I especially pray for Karen, Dace, Amy and Rich who have lived with Brent daily and cared for him as only a loving family can. May you find peace and solace in the knowledge that you provided Brent with a blanket of love every day of his life and he is now free of his earthly bonds. Peace in time. With Deepest Love for You All, Aunt Karla Parish

The heavens have a new angel and the skies a star to shine brightly upon those Brent leaves behind. I am so sorry for your lose. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Dear Brent-
Always in my heart.
A.K.

Brent, I'll miss the laughs we shared and the times we spent together. You were a great friend and an even better brother. I promise to always take care of your sister and your nieces. I will never forget you. You will always have a special place in my heart.

Your Brother, Rich

I was so sad to hear of your loss and will keep you in my prayers. Please let me know if there is anything you need.

To Dave, Karen, Amy, Rich, Laynie, Avery, Jackie, Lisa, Barb, Bev, Wendy & Al, Karla, Kristy, and the rest family. We have lost a loving and special member of our family, but we will long remember Brent for his warmth, humor, and special spirit. Love, P.J.

Dave, Karen and Amy: I just want you to know I will always be blessed to be a part of your alls lifes. Brent was charming happy and always a joy to be ao be around he will be missed. I love you guys and your in my prayers. God bless youall. Love Desta Tyus

We are so glad we knew Brent--he was funny, smart and an all-around nice guy. We are glad he had such an amazing family to fight at his side against ALS. May God bless all of you and may you find comfort in your loving memories of Brent.

Brent was well-loved and we were blessed to have known him. The way his family took care of him will always inspire our hearts. So thankful for wondeful memories of a great guy! Loved him always. His Aunt & Uncle - Wendy & Al Musumeci

Dave, Karen, Amy and family:
I have very few words that will help, but know that Brent was loved and will be missed by all he touched. Sending up prayers of comfort for you in this time.